Description
This Egg Roll Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful, and low-carb dish that captures the essence of classic egg rolls without the wrapper. Made with ground pork and a vibrant mix of cabbage and carrots, it’s seasoned with savory soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of hoisin and sriracha for an optional spicy kick. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep, it’s easy to customize and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Oils
- 1 pound ground pork (or ground turkey or chicken)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 (14 oz) bag coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage and carrots
Sauces & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, for heat)
Garnishes
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat Oils and Sauté Onions: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, which infuses the oil with aromatic flavors.
- Cook Ground Meat: Add 1 pound of ground pork to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the meat is browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep the dish light.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Add the 14 oz bag of coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots) to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender but still retains a slight crunch.
- Season and Finish: Stir in 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (if using), and 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (if desired for heat). Cook for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to heat through.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a low-carb meal, enjoy this dish as-is or serve over cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute ground pork with tofu or plant-based crumbles.
- Leftovers keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat nicely, making this dish excellent for meal prep.
